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Poppy-Elm Decoction

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Poppy-Elm Decoction,Dysentery.

Formulas Name : Poppy-Elm Decoction

Chinese Name : 罂榆汤

Drug Formulation

Poppy husks (with tops, stems, and pulp removed; stir-fried with honey) half a jin; red peony root half a liang; aged tangerine peel (with white pith removed) half a liang; licorice root (roasted) half a liang; Sanguisorba officinalis 4 liang; gallnut 1 liang.

Source

From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 7.

Processing

Grind the ingredients into a coarse powder.

Benefits

Dysentery.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 qian per dose; add 1 zhan of water, 3 slices of fresh ginger, and 1 jujube; decoct until reduced to 7 fen; strain; and take warm before meals.

Poppy-Elm Decoction,From *Wei’s Family Prescriptions*, Volume 7.,Dysentery.

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